A review by georgialilyw
The Iliad by Homer

adventurous challenging tense medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? No
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.75

Incredibly surprised as to how much I loved this book and how easy it was to read. I love how Wilson created this how it was intended in the first place - an exciting, compelling story not meant to alienate any reader. I haven't been able to stop myself sharing things I learned in Emily Wilson's introduction as it was all so fascinating - the Greeks lost literacy for 300 years? I have so many questions that weren't addressed in the book and wish I had a classicist on speed dial who might be able to answer them for me. Where is the horse? How does Achilles die? Why, if they have been fighting for 9 years, are they still surprised when they are fighting? 0.25 lost for the lists, didn't mind the repetition but all the names definitely deserve a reread.